Kansas City Royals defeat New York Yankees, 4-3

CC Sabathia, A.J. Burnett and Andy Pettitte aren't in danger of losing their jobs to Joba Chamberlain this postseason.

The clubhouse staff, on the other hand, could be in trouble.

Following Chamberlain's dismal performance against the lowly Royals Wednesday night, his grasp on a postseason roster spot could be in jeopardy, leaving many unanswered questions about his role when the playoffs begin next week.

Brian Bruney's reacted emotionally to the standing ovation he received after recording five key outs in Sunday's division clincher. But the Yankee reliever understands that he still is not assured of a spot on the 25-man roster when the playoffs open next week.

"Whatever happens, honestly, I just work here. I don't make the decisions about the postseason roster," Bruney said before last night's game against Kansas City. "But if they were on the fence one way or the othe...